Overview & Reviews

The Smart Fortwo is an all-new brand and model in the United States for 2008, sold at a select number of United Auto Group and Mercedes-Benz dealerships across the country.

• Sips fuel, can be parked almost anywhere, zippy around-town handling, surprisingly accommodating interior, attention-getting styling.

• Herky-jerky automanual transmission, pricey compared to larger subcompact cars, awkward floor-mounted brake pedal, not suited for highway travel.

User Reviews:

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  Smart fortwo is great! - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By DAVID WAYNE RUMPEL - January 11 - 11:50 am

  I was concerned that the smart car would be slow but if you have ever driven a stick shift than you know it is all in the wrist. I love my car and never believe the reviews of the test drivers, the consumer knows best. Best wishes to all and have a Smart day. David Wayne Rumpel, Dallas Texas.

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  Love My Smart Converitble - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Doublesmart - November 20 - 6:36 am

  I drive 8 miles to work and around town generally but have made long distance trips on the freeway and found it no different than my large volvo as far as feeling secure in the driving experience. For a 4 cylinder it has a lot of pick up. I tend to put the pedal to the metal and I am not disappointed in its take off from a stop at intersections. Of course, my driving style does mean that my fuel economy is not as good as what is advertised. I get about 30 to 32 in town but 40 on the freeway over long distances.

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  Smart review - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By mvukovich - November 3 - 7:46 am

  Gas is great after 1500 miles on the car gas mileage went from low 40s to low 50s. Love the paddle shifter on the country roads.

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  Finally theyre here... - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By SmartNAtl - September 19 - 7:20 am

  As a third car for commuting to work this thing rocks. Not a lot of power but once you learn to use the manual mode the highway isnt a problem. It looks cool, gets a lot of attention, and my gas mileage is excellent. Its a lot bigger on the inside than it looks and very fun to drive.

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  08 Cabriolet - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Primo - July 20 - 11:33 am

  Fun to drive does not do justice to this little car, if you want attention, this is the car. Everywhere I go people stop and ask questions about this car. Some have even asked to sit in it or take pictures. I let my wife drive it sometimes and when shes leaving I am thinking "Boy that thing is small", but when you are inside, it seems much bigger, headroom and legroom is no problem, the ride is a bit bumpy, and the trans is something you either get used to or you dont like it. As far as power goes, I have no problem getting up to speed to enter the expressways, and I have had my car up to 85 mph with no problems. You do get tossed around abit when a semi-truck passes by though.

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  2 years and still loving my Smart - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Belva Hinthorn - July 13 - 2:43 pm

  I reviewed my Smart 2 years ago just after purchase. 2 years, 10,500 miles later I still love driving it and besides gas, 2 maintenance visits, an armrest I just had installed, and an accessory for the back "trunk" for covered storage, I havent put an extra dime into it. It still looks like new and is even more fun to drive. On my recent oil change visit, they made the upgrade on the transmission and installed a free battery (due to ? recall)so Im good for another 5000 miles.It is even peppier now than before the upgrade. I have never regretted buying my Smart and hope to keep it forever. It still gets smiles from other drivers. The only reason to trade it would be for an electric model.

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  Incredibly fun but only a second car - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By George - May 26 - 9:16 pm

  This thing is way cute and very fun to drive--its my wifes car. She traded a 2 year old Beetle because of VW reliability problems. Want people to look at you and talk to you? Buy this car. Manual shifting is the only way to go and is easy and fun. This review is being written by a guy who just traded a 2005 Mercedes SLK 155 mph roadster for a 2008 BMW 335i convertible; yeah, this little car is that good and that fun to drive. Freeway driver it isnt -- its got the power but gets the twitches above 70 mph due to the 6 wheelbase. I cant imagine not having this car but be sure to have a real car for trips-- this is a city car.

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  had the rest and now the best - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By cathys smart - May 24 - 10:30 pm

  I purchased this car 5 days ago and just today had to fill it up. I had driven 290 miles this week and i cannot express how great this little car is. Jump in, jump out, uses very little gas, is fun and very spry driving around town. When you are in the car you do not fell like you are in a little car it is extremely spacious and cavernous. Best car i bought in along time

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  You will forever regret this! - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Robert_Kern - April 17 - 4:46 pm

  I have had my smart for just under 2 years now. At first it seemed perfect for New York. 150 Dollar Parking per month, fits in tight places, etc. Very quickly however did I find out what an unreliable, terrible little car this is. It has broken down multiple times due to computer errors, failing transmission, clutch, etc. It shakes everything lose on the car whenever you hit the slightest bump. Even a sewer lid produces a noisy thump and a jolt. The car shakes at highway speeds and now my roof is starting to crack. And where is smart? They dont want to have anything to do with the car, the service departments dont know very much about it, the customer service is horrific!

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  My Favorite Car Ever!!! - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By kc - January 16 - 12:13 am

  This car is a blast to drive! I feel like Im in a sports car. Im 59 and fit in with no trouble, as it is so roomy. I love the thumbs up, gawking, crowds I draw, and the oohs, and aahs. Ive even had people pull in my driveway to have a look. The shifting takes a little getting used to but what fun!! Ever since I saw these cars in Europe Ive wanted one. Best of all it is so easy to find a parking space!